International Conservation Law: The Protection of Plants in Theory and Practice

This book explores the role of international environmental law in protecting and conserving plants, which are essential for every ecosystem on the planet. It discusses the challenges and restrictions associated with plant conservation, analyzes the relationship between conservation law and practice, and considers broader reforms to support conservation practitioners and reshape humanity's relationships with nature.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 13 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the vital role of international environmental law in safeguarding and conserving plants, which are essential for the survival of every ecosystem on our planet. Despite their fundamental importance, plants face numerous threats, with a fifth of all species at risk of extinction and countless others in perpetual decline. In response to this pressing issue, this book offers a thorough examination of the challenges and restrictions associated with protecting and conserving plants.

Through a theoretical and empirical approach, the book explores the intricate relationship between conservation law and conservation practice. It examines whether these two entities work in harmony or if the law poses more of a hindrance than a help in achieving plant conservation goals. The book also discusses the legal framework's response to major threats facing plants, such as climate change, international trade, and invasive species.

To provide a practical perspective, the book includes case studies on key plant biomes, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of the law in practice. Additionally, it presents previously unpublished empirical research into the correlations between the IUCN Red List and lists of endangered/protected species in international instruments.

In conclusion, the book aims to shape the future of plant conservation by advocating for broader reforms to international environmental law. It seeks to support the work of conservation practitioners and redefine humanity's relationship with nature, recognizing the intrinsic value of plants and their role in sustaining our planet's ecosystems.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars and students studying international environmental law, as well as those interested in conservation and ecological governance frameworks. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing plant conservation and offers insights into the legal and policy mechanisms that can help protect and conserve these vital resources for future generations.

Weight: 466g
Dimension: 154 x 233 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367493554